Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with volunteers from the public, were thrilled to spend some time with 72 grade six students from around the county at the 28th annual Cop Camp.
The leadership camp was held from August 24 to 28 at both Gesstwood Camp and Cedar Beach in Kingsville.
“The weather has been great and we have a fantastic group of campers this year,” said Constable Steven Duguay of the OPP.
The camp began with a “Pay it Forward” activity and included team fitness games, swimming, a Ropes Course, archery, fishing, sailing, a talent show, fireworks, and a culminating ceremony that honoured acquired skills and accomplishments from the week.
“We hope that all the team building and positive reinforcement is brought back to the communities around Essex County by the kids and has an effect on other youth,” said Duguay. He added, “We want to thank all of the businesses that have supported us over the past years. We couldn’t do it without you.”
Teamwork was the focus for the first low ropes activity. Pictured is Max Kaczmarek of Leamington’s École Saint-Michel trying to swing over to where the rest of his group was gathered.
SUN photo by Paul Forman
